elbow
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
The joint that lets your arm bend, halfway between your shoulder and your wrist.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She scraped her _____ when she fell off her bike."
Answer: elbow
In your own words, what does "elbow" mean?
The joint that lets your arm bend, halfway between your shoulder and your wrist.
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